Great River Road
Potosi, WI

Potosi has the longest intersection-less main street in the world stretching for 3 miles. The town was formed around lead mines in this area, and the name "potosi" means "lead" in spanish. Native Americans first discovered these mines and showed them to European explorers in the 1600's. The town was established by laborers of the lead mine in 1827. These laboreres built small earthen huts into the bluffs that resembled badger dens and soon the miners and the state had a mascot. The brewery at the west end of Potosi is a historic landmark and operated from 1852 to 1972. Visitors can also tour the St. John mine or go on a drive through the historic areas of town.